What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Orlando?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Orlando is to fly which costs $70 - $420 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Orlando?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Orlando is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $190 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Orlando?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Orlando station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Orlando Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Orlando?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Orlando. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38h 25m.

How far is it from Chicago to Orlando?

The distance between Chicago and Orlando is 1014 miles. The road distance is 1110.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Orlando without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Orlando without a car is to bus which takes 24h 50m and costs $170 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Orlando?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Chicago to Orlando, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Orlando bus from?

Chicago to Orlando bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Orlando train from?

Chicago to Orlando train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Orlando?

The best way to get from Chicago to Orlando is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $190 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $290 and takes 24h 50m, you could also train, which costs $440 - $1,000 and takes 38h 25m.

Where does the Chicago to Orlando bus arrive?

Chicago to Orlando bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Orlando?

Orlando is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 5:41 PM in Chicago and 6:41 PM in Orlando.

Where does the Chicago to Orlando train arrive?

Chicago to Orlando train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Orlando station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Orlando?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Orlando is 1110 miles. It takes approximately 19h 39m to drive from Chicago to Orlando.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Orlando?

Book your Chicago to Orlando train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Orlando?

Book your Chicago to Orlando bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Orlando?

There are 1952+ hotels available in Orlando.

Chicago to Orlando - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Orlando by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
4h 28m
$194–487
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Orlando
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Orlando (MCO)plane ORD - MCO
4h 48m
$74–417
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2401 / ...
24h 50m
$172–286
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Orlandotrain Floridian
38h 25m
$440–1,000
Drive 1,103.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Orlandocar 1,103.8 mi
19h 39m
$202–291
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Orlando
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Orlando (MCO)plane MKE - MCO
6h 7m
$436–1,164
Train to South Bend, fly to Orlando Sanford
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane SBN - SFB
5h 57m
$175–591

Chicago to Orlando by bus

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Distance: 1,008.1 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Orlando, FL, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Orlando Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station in around 24h 50m.

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